Home Medication Reviews
A Home Medication Review (HMR) is designed to maximise the benefit of your medications and minimise any medication-related problems. This service is currently available in Bathurst.
Our pharmacists will meet with you at your home, or via video, to discuss your medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements. They can assist to:
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Work through any concerns you have with your medications, including suspected adverse effects or inadequate response to current therapy
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Provide advice regarding safe storage of medications, including checking for expired medications
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Ensure that medications are taken in the most effective way, including timing of doses
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Check and provide education on the use of devices like inhalers, injections and blood glucose meters
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Answer any of your questions about medications, including brand changes and how they work for your medical conditions
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Provide recommendations that will assist your GP to develop a Medication Management Plan with you
Once the HMR is conducted, our pharmacists will then send a detailed report to your GP.
Would I benefit from a Home Medication Review?
You would particularly benefit from a HMR if you:
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Take more than five regular medications
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Have recently been discharged from hospital with medication changes
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Have concerns about your medications
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Are taking medications that require close monitoring
How do I organise a Home Medications Review?
A HMR can only be conducted with a referral from your GP. The HMR can be completed by an Accredited Pharmacist of your choice.
More information
- Call 1300 402 585
- Read our privacy brochure
- Read our telehealth brochure